Tool stores sell a specific pilot bearing puller for this. But a sweet trick if the bearing hasn't fallen apart or gotten too hot is to pack the entire area behind the bearing with a heavy grease. Then use a mainshaft/clutch centering tool and insert into bearing. Tap with a hammer and if it is not stuck too tight, it will come out. Not sure if those plastic clutch centering tool will work.

I've heard about using grease to remove a starter bushing for years but never had the opportunity to try it. I tried it last night for the pilot bearing and it worked. I cut a piece of aluminum rod on the lathe to fit the pilot busing and Bingo; came out after a few bangs with a 5 lb hammer.

I put a long screw with 2 washers thru the bearing, put a nut on the outside threaded end and used a crow bar. Out it came. Cheapo instant puller. Put PB Blaster all around it first though and wait 15-20 minutes._________________Working on a VW is like fun with a friend!
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Forgot to say the screw is small compared to the center hole of the washers. They are a sloppy fit on the screw and edges grab the inside edge of the bearing._________________Working on a VW is like fun with a friend!
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I'm not saying that you need to go buy a special tool like this but just look at it and you should understand how it works. All you need to do is grab the bearing on the back side with a metal hook and then whack it out of there using a heavy object. You can use a 2 pound hammer head, a hook, and connect them with wire or cable._________________Licensed Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
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